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The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1887-03-05
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The Interstate Convention at
Lake Charles was a surprise to us.
It shows what men can do for their
section when united in good cause
and for common purpose. Dele
gates from twelve States attended
the convention They were repre-
sentative men, and men of educa-
ton and practical experience. The
papers read by them ON farming,
dairying, fruit culture, etc, would
reflect credit upon the oldest agri-
cultural association in the Union.
These lectures will have good
effect upon the farmers, who; we
regret to say, are in their infancy
in everything that makes up .
model farm. They have much to
learn in the management of a farm,
and the sooner they devote their
attention to the modern way of
doing things the better off they
will be.
The boom has reached Lake
Charles in earnest Five years ago
its populotion was about 800, to-
day it is nearly 1000. Buildings
are going up in every part of the
town and rent is high.
There are no drones there, every
body is busy; money circulates
freely and business is done on a
cash basis. The unprecedented
prosperity of the town is due TO
the large lumber industry. There
are twelve mills in the place, which
gives employment to hundreds of
people and the consequence is no
signs of hard times are visable in
the town. There seems to be a
determined effort on the part of
citizens to make a city of their town
and we risk nothing in predicting
that they viii accomplish their
purpose In the near future. There
are many handsome residences in
Lake Charles, besides they have
one of the finest buildings for
bank that can be seen anywhere in
the State outside New Orleans; q
fine convent, branch of the con-
vent of the Holy Cross, presided
over by Sister Francis, who will be
remembered by our readers as the
much beloved superior of the
branch convent here for many
years, several handsome churches.
fine engine houses, two opera
houses and 9 very substantial Jail.
The Court House, which is an old
building, will soon be replaced by
an elegant and commodious struct-
ure in keeping with the progress
iveness which seems to be mark
ed characteristic of her citizens.
The ladies of Lake Charles are
like their sisters from other parts
of our State, handsome and charm
ing. The new Opera House is a
large building and will seat 1000
people. The stage is as large as
that of the Academy of Music; it
cost 5000. It is the largest opera
house in the State outside of the
city.
We would like to see our people
emulate the public spirit of the
citizens of Lake Charles. In that
case our town would improve won-
derfully, for besides the lumber
interests we are surrounded bv the
richest agricultural country in
America There is therefore no
reason why we should not even
excel Lake Charles.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1887-03-05
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Mrs. T. g. Ford has fled suit against
her husband, Oh. T. G. Ford for divorce
dissolving the bonds Of matrimony. She
alleges that she has been dutiful wife,
and claims the divorce ON the grounds
that her husband has been sentenced to
an infamous punishment.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1887-03-05


A convention Of the farmers of the
State of Louisiana met in January last
in Baton Rouge and formed y State
Agricultural Society.
The executive committee of that
society met in the city of New Orleans
upon the 18th instant and appointed q
committee to issue an address to the
people of the State setting forth the
object Of our organization and making
an appeal for corporation.
The object Of the State Agricultural
Society is to foster and advance all
agricultural interests, including farm
ing, gardening, stock raising, diaries,
fruit growing, etc.
When we consider how depressed ia
the situation of the farmer at present.
and how rich is the soil and favorable
our climate, it certainly seems that our
condition is susceptible of improve
ment. Where can this improvement
come except from Ourselves3
We therefore appeal to you to unto
in an effort to improve, by organiza-
ton, discussion and study, the fortunes
of our State. If by combining ourselves
to the staple crops Of cotton, sugar
and rice We have not achieved pros
perity, may not q diversifcati0n of
crops aud pursuits, or improved and
intensive methods Of cultivation open
to US y great futurei Nature has
bountifully contributed . fertile soil
and climate where most of the agri-
cultural crops and grasses grow in per-
lection, aud it is certainly within the
range Of possibility to utilize them by
intelligence, new methods and the
many influences that result from COM
bined study aud organization.
We, therefore, urge upon You in
your respective parishes to organize
farmers' clubs and associations, a. We
believe that the methods that have
proved 20 successful in other States
will benefit US.
Remember that farmers associations
abound in our sister States just in
PROPORTION t0 their prosperity. Thus,
the richest States have the most of
these associations, and the poorest
have the least, and If they are benefi-
cent to prosperity, what blessing may
they not become to our poverty
The plan of our State Agricultural
Society calls upon the people to organ
Ire locally and when organized these
local organisations will send delegates
to State annual convention, aud thus
home rule aud local views and interest
will attain the fullest development.
This 10 an earnest attempt to organize
the farmers of the State, and the OPP
portunity is now offered to y0u to con-
suit aud confer together, in order that
Independence and prosperity may re-
vivify the State.
The next annual State convention
of the State Agricultural Society, will
meet in Shreveport ON the fourth We'd
nesday in January in 1888, and We
earnestly hope that each parish in the
State will he represented there by
delegates from agricultural assOcia-
tons organized within its limits.
fysnee yearis:, Of Rsgidcs;
Wm. Robson, Of Caddo;
Com. On Addrass( J. A.Whits,Gf EAst Felieiana;
II. C. Ksmper. Of Ayoyslles;
n. c. 69ubbs, A. 4 n. CollaGs;
II. Il BFsnt Of Ascsnsioa-
In the six parishes Of Sabine, V@Pnon,
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1887-03-05

Already the alert politicians of
our State have their weather eye
open toward the Farmers Union,
and we hear that several have ex-
pressed their desire to address the
horny-handed sons of toll on mat
tiers of paramount interest to them.
OF course this solicitude is wholly
disinterested, and there is no inten-
ton to curry favor with the farmers
by the use of judicious taffy.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1887-03-05

Crowley has been chosen Is the
parish seat of the new parish Of
Acadia, by q majority vote of 1873.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
GERMAN SOCIETY.

Last night large number Of the leading
Germans of the city met at the Herold Office
ana organized a society," the main object of
which is to induce immigration of good
class of German citizens ard capitalists to
Wichita The society have taken upon
themselves to answer all correspondence
from foreign parts and will send out several
thousand of maps of Wichi a, also circulars
60 all parts of United States and Europe
They also adopted constitution and set of
bylaws. This society has nopersonal specula-
tive scheme to project but is simply to induce
immigration to Wichita Of good substantial
citizsns who will be a credit and an honor
to our great city. All persons induced by
the society to locate and invest III Wichita
Will he kindly received by them and every
pains taken TO make their stay in our midst
both pleasant and profitable. To all good,
honest, live men tie society say and mean
welcome. To al dead-beats and loafers, q
cordial invitation to move on IS extended.
The society adjourned TO meet next Friday
night when officers will be elected aud other
business transacted for the advancement of
Wichita. now and at all times.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
\ NEW LINE.


Mr. Il. Z. Lawrence AMI a number @; other
gsntlemea in tia city, have decided TO build
street railway or Maple street. The lire
viii run from the university building east on
Maple stSeot and cross the river on the new
bridge. 1t is thought a franchise Tor some
of the leading streets in the city vi ! l5e ask
ed To- the line
The company has a!rsa y bought iron rails,
and large amount ot the same Is distributed
on the Sgo&nL 1t is stated that work viii
commence III = few days. aul the line made
req ~ for operating in the coming spring.
=. II the line should be 81 III operation. e
said gentleman. 'The West Side VIII GER
tally have good sSree; railway seryiee. The
two companies VII compete for The business.
and it is fair 70 guess that the mules viii be
persuaded 10 20 at a snee, rather ENJOYABLE
ON busy days. A. least il small boy wants
TO ride ha,f mile end attempts the Feat. b.
viii not he a gray-hesdel man when be rings
the bnll f0i.a S-ao
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
Bt Itti!.A L Y.

Ihe new house OF 4 7. Carpenter on
North Lawrence, vas entered Sunday
night
Mr.. Carpenter shortly after midnight
thought he heard noise benaath him and TAX
ing light came down the stairs and into
tie kitchei. Here lie found the gas lit, g
window Up and the back door proppe': open.
The thief or thieves had evidently entered
through the window ana getting into lie
house had opened the door SO as to have a
safe exit if alarmed. They succeeded in
making away with quite an amount of
clothing and number of valuable articles.
They had overlooked parse containing
quite sum of money belonging to Mrs.
Carpenter, which was lying on the bureau of
one of the rooms they entered, and had
missed the silverware, which was but partly
unpached. No clue to the burglars.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
THE MATCH.

Last night fair sized audience assem- bled
at the opera house to witness the much talk
ell OF boxing match between Harry DobSon,
OF Newton. and Billy Flynn, Of this city, as
also the wrestling match between Capt.
Shields and GJlrnsey, a local wrestler. The
evenings entertainment commenced with a
bout with the gloves between two boys
which caused considerable amusement, and
kept the crowd il good humor until the
appearance OF Dobson and Flyn. 1t was
evident that both men were in earnest and
each were determined to win if possible,
although it was also evident that Dobson
was in decidedly the best condition. The
first three rounds We're fought bitterly, Dob
son scoring three clear knockdowns, and the
men had 70 be frequently separated by the
referee, who acted with much promptHess
and fairness.
At the conclusion of this round some little
delay tool, place on the stage. and in a few
moments Flynn stepped forward and announc-
ed 70 the audience that he had come to box
for purse, and as the money was not up he
refused to box any more. This was greeted
with yell5 aad cat calls from the crowd, who
were anxious to see the match finished
Doubson stating that his money was up and
that he was perfectly willing to finish with
Flynn. His remarks were greeted with
beartiest applause, and for his manly
statements and genial conduct
made many friends in the audience.
It was generally understood that the Jap
and Captain Shields would have wrestled
as well as Guernsey and the captain. 1t is
now very evident that the Jap did not APP
pear and the why of it is the question.
No word from him was received
Many were heard last night to speak Of the
fact that Moth and the Jap had failed to
meet Shields here as they agreed
The Jap not being on hand Guernsey and
Shields wrestled as agreed. The former sue
ceeGted in twisting around rather promptly
and keeping out of the way of the giant, but
was unable TO keep three points OFF the floor
very long at a time. The time for the diff
ferent bouts varied with one exception from
three TO five minutes The third bout lasted
seventeen minutes.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
INDICATIONS.

Tho boom seems to have opened up yester-
day with its usual vigor. The early morn
ing hours found the dirt vendors and specu-
lators generally 'in the sable" The rush
spread from Fourth avenue to Fifth but
seems not to leave the former in mere set
tied condition than it was some days ago.
a number Of large sales We're made aud
many tried but refusals Last evening three
Of he leading spectators were making Of
fers that seemed 10 be g pointer for some
others Their high and restless offers was
thought to mean that something of dineu-
sions that had not made Its appearance was
banked for that * elton.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
SEVEN STORIES. 4.

Captain Richey viii in few days move
the old Richey house, and erect upon its site
a magnificent seven story business block.
This old house is one Of the landmarks of
the city, and was in the earlier days OF its
history hotel well known throughout the
southwestern part OF the state. 1t care into
the possession of its present owner in 1872
and was before called the Mead
house, with Mrs. Hall as laudlaiy
1t was prior to the time that the larger
and more pretentioUs hotels grew up around
it, well patronized establishment; the cap
tain says that for a year he fed and lodged
on an average hundred persons day.
This building is now TO be moved upon the
west bank of the Chisholm creek, in the
Rosebud addition, and be remodeled and
fitted up as a summer hotel A large swim
ming pool will be made at It's door, and fine
meals and lunches VIII be furnished within
TO those who may seek the hospitality of its
roof. large livery stable viii be in con
nection. and the grounds he elegantly and
Hastily arranged.
The new structure which VIII take its
place will have front OF fifty feet an q
depth of l40. Il viii have a front of pressed
brick with stone trimmings, and be built
from new and beautiful design furnished
by architects Kellogg & Sons: the cost Of the
building viii be about $4,000, The west
room on the first floor viii
be for q bank, the other for q store; The
secoId and third stories are for offices, the
others viii lie arranged in flats The build
ing VIII be heated by steam, lighted through
out by gas, have an elevator, aad all the
other moierG Improvements and con-
VGn:ences.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS.

There will he special meet - Of the di-
rectors of the Ladies Benevolent Home on
Wednesday, 25th. at 3 p. IL. y fall atten-
dance is requested. BY order OF the presi-
dent Mrs. 4. BAsIEY,
Recording Secretary.
The Wonans' Foreign Missionary society
of the NJ. Z. church will meet at the pastors
study on Wednesday, January 2G, 1887, at
2:3O p. IL. al the ladies OF the church are
cordially invited to be present.
The camp meeting held last fall on the
West Side by The Seventh-day Adventists
resulted III jie conversion o. Il large numb-r
OF souls, ami lhcir meeting are being col-
tiuuad al Sl2 West Douglas avenue The
subject for THIS EVENINGS, Mature Of Ian. ;
All are cordially invited
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
FALL OF MTLk.

Yesterday fornoon the milk wagon of
Hutzeli t Dick was standing on West Doug
las in front OF fuckers restaurant. The
driver, Frank HC5zall, was about 10 take his
SCAT IN the vehicle, when the horses com
,..encei backing. ran into buggy standing
near 10y and upset the wagon, throwing the
cans out and sp!liinS the milk. This fright
ened the two horses who ran down West
Douglas dragging the wagon ali driver after
them. They we-e finally stopped near the
Douglas Arauga. and IL young man rescued
from his psriious position The wagon was
BADLY usei u. hue the driver escaped almost
INTERNATIONALLY with only sight injuries.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
ADJUSTMENTS.
GARFIELD OPERA HOUSE.

Give the boys show for their white Al
ley tonight at the Garfield opera house.
Bear in mind that every one of the thirty
eight persons connected with this opera are
actual residents of the city. Go and see
what home talent can do to amuse you when
properly handled. Thisit is no cheap John
show, everything about is frst-class The
play has the merit of being entirely new.
The acting is superb and the music just
heavenly.
From the St. Louis GlobeDemocrst.
The popular comedy "A Cold Day. or the
Laplanders,' drew large audience at the
Grand last night. The play is funny and
laughable in the extreme, and the music is
of that catchy character which makes an
audience demand frequent repetitions. In
dividually and severally the cast is a strong
and good one Mr. Fisher and Willis kept
the house in a roar Miss Marie Heath, in
her song more than pleased her audience,
while all the rest did charmingly- The same
will be repeated this afternoon and tonight.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
REAL estate BY PHONE.

\ real estate agent was yesterday IN his
Office surrounded by customers, when the tel
epbone sent out summons lie soon found
himself talking te ? gentleman in one Of the
thriving towns Of Kansas Toe converse
ton was aboat bargains in a minute the
gentleman sent bid for s valuable Piece Of
property ani It was accepted.
Another agent said he sold $2G.cu0 worth
OF real estate Yesterday to men living in
other towns, and he telephone was u,td He
said IL was nothing strange for real estate 10
toe sold that way to PARTIES in the city. but
the outside orders were increasing.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

The above is the total amount reported to
and received by the financial secretary be
tween the above dates. If any contributions
or donations have been made to the Home,
between above dates, and the same does not
appear in this report, they will please report
the fact to the undersigned for investigation
All amounts heretofore contributed have
been reported from time TO time
Mrs. s. L. MITCHELL,
Financial Secretary.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Harry Wooiman, Esq, Of Kansas City,
has been in III city several days adding 10
his real estate purchases. lie says he is not
unloading but loading up, and in tits city
are the bes. investments III the world and
viii continue so to be for years to come.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Jas. 4 CT cod was yesterday able TO be out
for the first time since his illness
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Today bond of 100000 will he filed by
theiguardian in the Coiey estate.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Miss Evelyn Harris, from Wellington.
spent sunday il The city, the guest OF Ais
Riverton, OF North Topeka.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

The Pacific Express company have o, ened
an oilice on the West Side: it is in The Fort
Scott Ge pot and in charge of F. T. Miller
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
Z ECTrRE COURSE.

u
The w c 7. L. season ticket V III be on sale at
the Union Ticket office. Price 81 90 No cherge
fer reserved seats. single ticket &c and 81 90.
DR.. Hedley, February :.
Kate Field March O.
To be followed by the Alpine Choir aud TyrCicse
Company.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
E. Il. Rogers OF Eureka was in the city

III. Dobson was down from Newton yester-
day.
c. H. Parker of Mulvane is at Hotel Gar
dolfo.
Col. Weitzel left for Topeka last night on
business.
Jimmy Cairns, the popular city r,arshal,
is happy man-it is a-girl,
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

D.. Schemerbosn, q New York city an
Intimate friend q Afr- Dean. q cIaniolfG=
ho,s'. arrived in sae city las sFen.a-- re
said ie nal near! So 1uica u toe Eoaierfll
c.s,- % IA. plains ths- b. coasi n1t resist
coming. and a3ls tAae b. saay soae.H j. II
ma a. his hone here
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

A very successful revival meeting Is beng
conducted at the German Vi. Z. church
Sunday night there We're thirteen CONVEX
siCnS
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Capt. 4. l. Walker Is OF again Cor tie
western counties iii the interest OF the Chi
cago 4 Rock Island.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Produced wIth Company's cwn Scenery
and repletc with r9S, Iuetts ChoruseS aud SclCc-
tons from all the popular operas Of the day.
Prices "a and i5c Reserved sale Santa FC
Ticket oilice.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Mrs Eml.oy has been compelled 70 give
up her school on account of the sickness OF
her little boy Grover
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Messrs. Richard and Harding, of the Fit
Scott railroad, left for. st. Louis yesterday
on business
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

i visit TO " c. 7. Z. kinjergs-,ea caE-
not fail - interest ali aao love h.tic cail-
dfen. To love children g. Sod loves, 20
comfort them 81 tie upuFailins
no--;s the first tling, the second thias. tIe
third thing. n Kindergarten discipline
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Rev. Dr.. Brooks Il leading divine of the
west, viii be in the city this week, and it is
expected vii preach at the Presbyterian
church
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25

Mrs. Jno T. Showalter, of Wellington. an!
her sister, Miss Evelyn Harris, are visiting
friends in this city
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-01-25
HE COURTS.
JUSTICE COURT.

Ia Justice Walkers court a preliminary
hearing in the Crenshaw case was COM
menced and will be disposed OF this morn
ing. The evidence for the state yvas all in
and part for the defense
In State VS. Mrs Jackson for keeping Il
bawdy house at the corner Of Central ave
rue aud James street the defendant pleaded
guilty and was required to pay a fine and
costs amounting in all to $3.50
Rob5 f. Riley, her barkeepar, was also
arrested and brought up for running a
joint. His trial was continued until Satur-
day.
4 number OF civil cases was also disposed
of.
II Justice Barrett's court six civil cases
Were adjudcated and as many filed.
POLICE COURT.
Frank Murphy and frank Rogers were
two men whom Officer Lilley introduced to
his honor and said they had both been
drunk They were assessed the usual fine.
Murphy paid and Rogers was committed
The other cuIprit whom this officer brought
up was Barney Bringman. Besides having
been drunk Barney had offered a most pre-
sistent and sturdy resistance to arrest. His
! fine for both otfenses amounted to $12: he
paid So and is in limbo until the remainder
is paid.
Officer Clark brought up two Johns; John
Robertson and John Clark The first was
charged with being drunk and disorderly:
the other drunk Neither had money enough
TO pay their fine so they were committed.